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Mediterranean Pasta Salad

Bright Mediterranean Pasta Salad for Summer Vibrance

This Mediterranean Pasta Salad combines fresh ingredients, high fiber, and a vibrant dressing, making it perfect for summer meals.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Pasta
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 oz Bowtie Pasta Can swap for gluten-free pasta
  • 1 can Chickpeas Drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved
  • 1 cup Cucumber Diced
  • 1 cup Fire-Roasted Red Peppers Sliced
  • 1 cup Marinated Artichoke Hearts Chopped
  • 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes Chopped
  • 1/2 cup Olives Sliced
  • 1/2 medium Red Onion Diced
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Crumble or use plant-based feta for vegan
For the Dressing
  • 1/3 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Can use grapeseed or avocado oil
  • 2 tbsp Red Wine Vinegar Can substitute with apple cider vinegar
  • 1 medium Fresh Lemon Juice Plus zest from the lemon
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard Optional
  • 1 tbsp Honey Maple syrup can be a vegan substitute
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano Can substitute with Italian herbs
  • to taste Salt Adjust as olives and feta add saltiness
  • to taste Black Pepper Adjust to taste
  • to taste Chili Flakes Optional

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • Airtight container

Method
 

Cooking and Mixing
  1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water for 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice and zest, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red peppers, artichoke hearts, sun-dried tomatoes, olives, and red onion.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
  5. Gently fold in the feta cheese.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For the best flavor, prepare your salad 2-24 hours in advance. Store in the fridge for 3-4 days.

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